Executive Chef (Shipboard)
About The Position
The Shipboard Executive Chef plays a vital role in the culinary leadership of the yacht, contributing to strategic and operational decisions regarding all food and beverage operations. This position oversees the culinary offerings across various dining venues, including restaurants, bars, lounges, in-suite dining, stewarding, and crew dining areas. The Executive Chef's primary responsibility is to deliver exceptional food quality and service while leading, mentoring, and developing the culinary team through a heart-centered leadership approach. Collaboration with the Yacht’s General Manager, Director of Food & Beverage, and Restaurant Manager is essential for creating and implementing innovative culinary concepts, managing budgets, and upholding the highest standards of service and hygiene.
Requirements
- Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive culinary experience, including at least 5–7 years at the Executive Chef level in a senior leadership capacity.
- Demonstrated excellence in leadership, strategic planning, and operational execution.
- Outstanding communication skills with strong proficiency in English.
- Solid experience with food and beverage operational systems is required.
Nice To Haves
- A degree in Hospitality Management is preferred but not required. Relevant backgrounds in Leadership Management, Culinary Arts, Business Administration, or related fields will be considered.
- Advanced certifications or diplomas in Culinary Arts, Food & Beverage Management, or Food Safety are highly desirable.
- Proven experience in luxury hospitality environments is strongly preferred.
- Shipboard experience is preferred, but not mandatory.
- Experience within Michelin-starred restaurants or luxury hotels is highly regarded.
Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional food quality and service.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the culinary team through a heart-centered leadership approach.
- Collaborate with the Yacht’s General Manager, Director of Food & Beverage, and Restaurant Manager to create and implement innovative culinary concepts.
- Manage budgets.
- Uphold the highest standards of service and hygiene.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package
- Excellent Training and Development opportunities
- Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms
- Complimentary Employee Meals
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Education Level
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